High-Paying Senior Database Administrator Jobs

Find the best high-paying Senior Database Administrator jobs on Ladders! Our platform offers the opportunity to join the ranks of seasoned professionals in the field, handling critical data operations for top companies. Take the next step in your career today.

Responsibilities of a Senior Database Administrator

As a Senior Database Administrator, you'll be tasked with managing and organizing enterprise databases, ensuring their performance, security, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. You'll often create and implement database security protocols to protect vital company information.

Skills Required

Typically, skills in SQL, database architecture, data security, and performance tuning are crucial for these roles. Strong understanding of backup procedures, disaster recovery plans, and knowledge in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure would also be highly beneficial.

Advancement Opportunities

There are plenty of room for growth in the database domain, with positions such as Database Architect, Data Manager, and Chief Data Officer awaiting successful Senior Database Administrators.

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$165K - $243K *

Empower strategic enterprise delivery excellence across private cloud services, fostering operational rigor and continuous improvement while engaging with C-level executives, ensuring seamless executi...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise identity governance. Lead the design and implementation of Identity Governance and Administration capabilities, ensuring secure and efficient manag...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $202K *

Transform client engagement by delivering provocative research and insights in cloud security, leveraging extensive experience to drive strategy, innovation, and actionable solutions globally and supp...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Drive cloud engineering productivity by optimizing CI/CD pipelines and developing self-service tools. Collaborate closely with teams to enhance deployment systems and resolve infrastructure challenges...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Optimize enterprise infrastructure by managing and enhancing hybrid systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure system reliability, security, and performance. Leverage your expertise in cloud environmen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K + $50K bonus *

They’re seeking a motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships...

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3 days ago

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$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing low carbon, resilient design as a Senior Structural Engineer for large-scale data center projects. Collaborate globally on innovative structures while mentoring junior eng...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation in data center design as you lead structural engineering projects, collaborating with diverse teams to create resilient, sustainable structures that meet global client needs while a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform data center projects by leading structural design and analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while advancing sustainable design practices and managing client relations for high-p...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $140K *

Manage nationwide claims under Miscellaneous Professional E&O, conducting coverage analysis, strategizing resolutions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective communication and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving impactful marketing initiatives within the cybersecurity space. This role focuses on executing field marketing programs and collaborating with sales to enhance pipeline and...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex eCommerce projects, mentoring talent, and optimizing client relationships while driving strategic initiatives within a top-tier project management team dedicated to...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Transform the AI and data foundation for a mission-driven platform by owning the product vision, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring trusted, actionable insights for caseworkers through innov...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive AI adoption in our Product, Tech, and Analytics teams. Embed as a Forward-Deployed Engineer, optimizing workflows by building tailored plugins and fostering reusable patterns...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Drive business continuity planning through assessments and testing, ensuring operational resilience. Collaborate with technology teams to execute disaster recovery plans and maintain corporate readine...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing internal systems, steering technology projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategies that sec...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Innovate within the realm of Enterprise Geographic Information Systems by analyzing, designing, and implementing solutions that meet client needs while ensuring reliable performance and maintenance of...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $250K *

Champion security excellence in AI and cloud infrastructure. Lead complex cross-team initiatives, enhance incident response, and elevate detection strategies while mentoring talented engineers for a r...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower your career by spearheading the transition to modern, cloud-native architectures, integrating legacy systems with AWS, Azure, and on-prem solutions to establish a scalable, secure application...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of our engineering platform as a senior DevOps leader, driving cloud infrastructure, automation, and best practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance software delivery, reliability...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $88K *

Unlock customer satisfaction by configuring software solutions and facilitating user acceptance testing. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline project delivery and ensure the product meets clie...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform business landscapes by driving new software sales revenue through strategic account planning and relationship-building with C-suite executives. Lead a cross-functional team to achieve sales...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at driving new business sales through strategic account planning and customer relationships, focusing on C-suite engagement and leveraging a virtual team to achieve impactful solut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of financial services by managing key accounts and driving demand for data governance solutions. Collaborate with C-suite leaders, navigate complex sales cycles, and expand Collibra's...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Database Administrator do?question toggle

    A Senior Database Administrator manages and maintains an organization's database systems, includes planning and development of the database, as well as troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users.

  • What skills are needed for a Senior Database Administrator job?question toggle

    Skills in SQL, database architecture, data security, performance tuning, backup procedures, and knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS or Azure are typically required.

  • What are the career opportunities for a Senior Database Administrator?question toggle

    Senior Database Administrators can advance to positions like Database Architect, Data Manager, and Chief Data Officer.